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February 2025

Thursday February 20

8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Cookeville - Share The Love: Food & Hygiene Drive
225 N Willow Ave ste 6, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

The Silver Angels of Tennessee are collecting non-perishable food and hygiene items from February 1st – 28th for the 5 Loaves Food Pantry.
Donations can be dropped off at Silver Angels of Tennessee – Putnam at 225 N Willow Ave,  Ste 6, Cookeville, OR Gentiva Hospice at 750 E Spring St, Cookeville.
Call (931) 839-7599 with any questions or for more information!

8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Crossville - FREE Online Books Available - Art Circle Public Library
Art Circle Public Library, 3 East St, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

Art Circle Public Library has a subscription to Tumble Book Library, and your family can access it from home! It’s an unlimited and FREE online collection of e-books for children. There are over 250 animated, talking picture books (including some in Spanish and French), read-along chapter books, non-fiction books, exciting games, and puzzles. Access login info HERE

9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Crossville - Trace Your Ancestors - Hosted by Art Circle Public Library
3 East St, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

Trace your ancestors on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at the Art Circle Public Library. The library is the temporary home of the Cumberland County Archives & Family Heritage Center.

9:30 am – 10:00 am
Cookeville - Jumpstart Kindergarten
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

Help your little ones get a Jump-start on Kindergarten at the Putnam County Library!
This program will be for children ages 4 – 5 who will begin Kindergarten in the 2025-2026 school year.
An engaging blend of activities and stories designed to help preschoolers for school success will be featured, so save the date so you don’t miss out!

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Crossville - WCTE PBS Free Film Screening
Cumberland County Playhouse, 221 Tennessee Ave, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

There will be a FREE screening and discussion of Bike Vessel at the Cumberland County Play House!
This film features a man who makes an amazing recovery in his mental health and wellness by taking up long distance bike riding.

11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Cookeville - Women Build: A Charity Auction
Nick's Restaurant & Lounge, 895 S Jefferson Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

Bring your cash and your check book with you to the 1st Annual Cookeville Charter Chapter Women’s Build Auction t o support the Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity!
Bid on exciting items like your favorite restaurant, shopping experience, or maybe a custom made tasty treat.
Every donation builds strength and stability through home-ownership in the Upper Cumberland.
Don’t forget to invite your friends and family out for a night full of fun, good food, and  support a great charity while you’re at it!

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Cumberland - Parent-Child Connection: Personal Power
129 Birchwood Ln, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

This class will meet every Thursday from January 2nd through February 27th.
Certificates for this class will be awarded to parents who attend and complete all eight sessions with this series.
These sessions will be FREE and everyone is welcome.
Call (931) 484-8923 or 1-800-635-5199 for more information or with questions.

2:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Cookeville - Every Brilliant Thing
Cookeville Performing Arts Center, 10 E Broad St #3285, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

Every Brilliant Thing by Duncan Macmillan will be preformed at the Cookeville Preforming Arts Center.
The show will begin at 7:30pm on February 14th, 15th, 18th, 20th, 21st and 22nd.
The show will begin at 2:00pm on February 16th and the 22nd.
Please note that this play will discuss some mild topics, discretion is advised.
Get your tickets today at CPACTN.com or call (931) 528-1313, office hours run from 9:00am – 5:00pm.
Hope to see you there!

4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Smithville - East Nash Grass & The Po' Ramblin' Boys LIVE at the Harvester
Harvester Performance and Event Center, 206 W Main St, Smithville, TN 37166, USA

East Nash Grass will be coming to the Harvester Performance and Event Center with the Po’ Ramblin’ Boys this Thursday, February 20th!
Vendors and food trucks will begin serving food and drinks when the doors open at 4:00, the music will begin at 5:00pm.
Visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-nash-grass-with-the-po-ramblin-boys-at-the-harvester-tickets-1112946144879 to get your tickets today!
Hope to see you there!

4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Cookeville - Young Knights Chess Club
Putnam County Library, 50 E Broad St, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

Have you always wanted to learn how to play Chess? Do you already know how to play and just need some practice? Well look no further, because the Young Knights Chess Club will be  meeting every Thursday in February!
The club is for students K – 12 and offers participants the opportunity to learn and play friendly games of chess.
Parents of students under the age of 16 must remain in the library.
Don’t forget to save the dates, the fun begins at 4:30pm!

5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Cookeville - Junior Woman's Club Monthly Meeting
First Presbyterian Church, 20 N Dixie Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

Join the Cookeville Junior Woman’s Club monthly meeting every third Thursday from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church. The club serves dinner at 5:30 p.m. with the meeting beginning at 6 p.m. There is baby sitting available on the premises. For more information, go to the clubs Facebook.

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Cookeville - Cookeville Junior Woman's Club Meeting
First Presbyterian Church, 20 N Dixie Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501, USA

This group of tireless volunteers have served the community of Cookeville for over 50 years!
This meeting will last from 6:00pm – 7:30pm and seats are limited Visit https://www.facebook.com/cookevillejwc/ and save a seat by sending them a personal message.

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Crossville - Cumberland County Chess Club Meet
24 Oak Rd, Crossville, TN 38555, USA

The Cumberland County Chess Club meet at the RE/Max building at 24 Oak Road each Thursday at 6pm. This is a weekly event and is free to the public. It’s a great way to make new friends!

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Livingston - AA Group Meeting

The Livingston AA Group meets at the Windham Building (Behind Livingston Church Of Christ) Mondays and Thursdays at 7pm. The building is located between East Main Street and East Cedar Street in Livingston.